Human Resources Intern- McCalla, AL, Fall 2026 (Part-time)

The J.M. Smucker Co.; McCalla (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Competitive compensation package

Paid corporate holidays

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. is offering an on-site Human Resources internship at our McCalla, AL facility.

You will gain hands-on experience supporting manufacturing hiring, onboarding, talent management, and employee engagement while working closely with HR teams and plant leadership. This 16-24 hour-per-week role is designed for a sophomore or junior studying HR, Organizational Management, or related fields. You will develop professional skills and contribute to project-based HR initiatives in a

Qualifications

• Sophomore or junior standing with requisite educational experience in HR, Organizational Management, Psychology, or another relevant field.
• Strong time-management, communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and professionalism in an HR environment; passion for HR and serving employees.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with plant leadership and HR to attract, retain, and engage talent in alignment with the business strategy.
• Support recruiting activities for technical and hourly employees including sourcing, screening, interviewing.
• Coordinate community relations or employee appreciation events and other site activities (donations/giveaways, visitor coordination, plant uniforms, communications).
• Identify and drive efficiencies in HR support by streamlining manual processes.
• Lead, participate in and/or support projects and ensure timely completion of assigned responsibilities within established constraints.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to support and deliver business needs.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Professionalism in HR

HR passion

Education

Sophomore/Junior in HR or related field

Job description

Your Opportunity as a Human Resources intern

As an intern within ourHuman Resourcesdepartmentat one of our manufacturing facilities, you will work with the Human Resources teams to assist in manufacturing hiring, onboarding, talent management, talent development, workforce planning, retention and engagement processes. You will gainmeaningfuland translatable experience from the real work that you will be provided with, relationshipmanagement, and professional development.

Location: McCalla, AL

Work Arrangements:

100% on site expectations; ability to work 16-24 hours each week (exact days are flexible)

In this role you will:

• Work directly with plant leadership and HR to attract, retain, and/or engage talent in alignment with the business strategy.
• Support recruiting activities for technical and hourly employees to include sourcing, screening, interviewing, etc.
• Support local site operations such as coordinating community relations or employee appreciation events among other site activities (donations/giveaways, visitor coordination, plant uniforms, communications).
• Identify and drive efficiencies in HR support by streamlining manual processes.
• Lead, participate in and/or support projects and ensure timely completion of assigned responsibilities within established constraints.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to support and deliver business needs.

What we are looking for:

• A sophomore or junior standing in schoolwith requisite educational experience inHuman Resources, Organizational Management, Psychology, or anotherrelevant field
• A well-roundedskill setincluding strong time-management, communication, teamwork skills, attention to detail, knowledge of standard business practices and professionalism in an HR environment as well as a passion for HR and serving our employee population
• A strong interest in Manufacturing HR career

Why Choose the J.M. Smucker Company’s Internship Program?

Are you seeking an exceptional internship experience at a Fortune 500 company? At Smucker, we are dedicated to providing a world-class, award-winning internship that offers you the opportunity to:

• Learn: Unlock your potential in a collaborative and supportive environment where you are treated like a true peer and challenged to be your best.
• Grow: Benefit from hands‑on training with a dedicated mentor and connect with peers and leaders throughout the company.
• Lead: Contribute to high‑profile projects that support our Company’s growing categories like snacks, coffee and pet food.

Additional Perks:

Along with engaging work, we offer a variety of benefits to ensure your internship is both rewarding and memorable. These include:

• Unique opportunities to network and interact with company leadership
• Customized professional development sessions
• Networking events and social outings with fellow interns
• A competitive compensation package, including paid corporate holidays
• Compensation range: $18-24/hour
• **Actual hourly rate is determined based upon the year of college that will be completed at the start of the internship**
• A housing stipend for interns relocating for the program

Experience an internship where you can learn, grow, and lead — all while being part of something special at Smucker.

TheRight Placefor You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

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We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.